Afrobeat is an audacious symphony of cultural resistance and sonic brilliance, a genre born in the dynamic crossroads of Nigerian jazz, West African rhythms, and political activism. It pulses with vitality, a testament to the power of sound as a force for revolution. From Fela Kuti’s incendiary anthems, which ignited…
Afrobeat, rich in its influences from jazz, funk, and rock, has found a home among many performers, offering a unique blend of sounds that captivate and inspire. The challenge of mastering the intricate polyrhythms and the groove that Afrobeat demands is a testament to its appeal, a challenge that seasoned…
A world music tour between different continents and colors of sound. But all deeply rooted in african legacy. Cógela Como Arde – TelmaryTelmary’s music is indicative of Cuba Contemporary Fusion in that it not only fuses Afro-Cuban and Latin beats, but also modernizes it with hints of funk, jazz,…
The Funkologie Crew wish you a Merry Christmas and a better New Year with this mix. Take care and thanks for your support. Modern Soul combined with Lebanese Disco and a lot of Afrobeat. Does this work? Take an ear on it. This is a collaboration with our Facebook…
“Manu Dibango Edition” A funky journey through Manu Dibango’s legacy.He developed a musical style fusing jazz, funk and traditional Cameroonian music. He was a member of the seminal Congolese rumba group, African Jazz and has collaborated with many other musicians, including Fania All Stars, Fela Kuti, Herbie Hancock, Bill Laswell,…
“Fela Kuti Edition” A polyrhythmical journey through Fela Kuti’s african and international heritage.The musical style of Fela is called Afrobeat, a style he largely created, which is a complex fusion of jazz, funk, psychedelic rock and traditional West African chants and rhythms. Tony Allen (Fela’s drummer of twenty years) was…